PEEL Paragraph Writing Guide

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📚 Part 1: Quick Check — PEEL Basics

1. What does the P in PEEL stand for?

Point

Persuade

Paragraph

2. Which sentence is most likely the Link in a paragraph?

A sentence that connects back to the main idea or leads to the next paragraph

A sentence that gives a single fact

A sentence that introduces the topic

3. Check all benefits of using PEEL for paragraph writing.

Helps organise ideas clearly

Ensures every paragraph has evidence or an example

Means you never need a topic sentence

4. Label each sentence from the example Kiwi paragraph. Draw a line from the sentence (left) to the PEEL label (right).

A. The kiwi is a unique bird native to New Zealand.

B. It cannot fly and has a strong sense of smell unlike most birds.

C. For instance, its long beak helps it find insects underground.

D. This adaptation allows the kiwi to thrive in its forest habitat.

Point

Explanation

Example / Evidence

Link

✏️ Part 2: Apply — Sequence, Plan and Write

WALT: Understand the PEEL structure and write a clear PEEL paragraph about an animal.

Success Criteria: I can name each PEEL part, order jumbled sentences into PEEL, plan using sentence starters, and write a correct PEEL paragraph.

5. Sequencing task — the sentences below are jumbled. Reorder them in your head, then rewrite the paragraph in the box using the correct PEEL order.

a) This strong tail helps it balance when it hops quickly.
b) The kangaroo uses its tail to balance and to help it move.
c) For example, a red kangaroo can travel more than 40 kilometres in a single day while grazing.
d) A kangaroo's tail is an important part of its movement and balance.

6. Planning scaffold — use these sentence starters to plan your own PEEL paragraph about an animal (habitat, diet, appearance or behaviour). Write one idea per box.

Sentence starters (scaffold):

Point: _____________

Explanation: _____________

Example / Evidence: _____________

Link: _____________

7. Write your full PEEL paragraph below using your plan. Aim for 4–6 sentences.

8. Peer-check: After swapping with a buddy, tick each success criterion your partner met.

Has a clear Point (topic sentence)

Includes an Explanation and an Example/Evidence

Finishes with a Link back to the point or to the next idea

9. Reflection — traffic light: How confident are you with PEEL today?

Green — I can use PEEL independently and help others.

Amber — I need a little more practice or feedback.

Red — I need more help or modelling from the teacher.

Differentiation & supports: Sentence starters and the planning scaffold above help learners who need extra structure. Offer oral rehearsal or typing if needed. For extension: write a second paragraph adding a linking sentence between paragraphs or include a relevant statistic as extra evidence. Provide dyslexia-friendly reading options: use clear spacing, read aloud the example paragraph, and allow coloured overlays or paired reading as required.